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Adjustable Shutter Slats Control Your Interior Mood and Environment:
The high-tech polycore construction allows you that greater ability to control and adjust your natural lighting and fresh air flow. Polycore shutter slat widths are bigger than the norm due to their added aluminium cross-section which is embedded in the polymer construction. This also allows for a thinner cross-section of the louver thus further controlling the amount of light and ventilation you may require. Its computer-operated machine manufacture precision functioning allows for simple ease of operation. So as external conditions change, it's a straightforward matter to adjust the shutters accordingly. (17th October 2007)

Plantation Shutters: Open Your Home to Classic and Contemporary Possibilities

Polycore Shutters Offer Contemporary Elegance With Classic Styles

Plantation Shutters: Making a House a Home
What do visitors notice in your house when they visit for the first time? What features immediately stand out when you walk into your home? What sets the tone for a room? A handsome front door, a beautiful tile or hardwood floor, or a welcoming fireplace will definitely make an impression. However, if you are looking for maximum impact in a room, plantation shutters are your perfect choice. With their current popularity, they are unmatched in their ability to add just the right touch to any home’s style.

Composition and Installation of Plantation Shutters
Plantation shutters are produced in a wide variety of materials. Unlike traditional shutters, which are generally made of wood, these are commonly made from many types of wood and also are manufactured from vinyl. If your room would be best complemented by a stained look, why not consider purchasing the traditional wooden shutters. Vinyl will work well if you want a painted look. Once you have chosen your style, installation should be an easy project, requiring few tools. Make sure that your window measurements are accurate, as this is very important for a finished, professional appearance.

The Ultimate Blend of Functionality and Style
Installed within a window frame, these interior shutters are made of slats between 2 ½ and 4 ½ inches in width and are composed of panels that are 12 to 19 ½ inches. Due to their large slat width, these window shutters lend a contemporary look and allow for maximum control of light in a room. Open the panels to illuminate your room with sunlight, or close them to keep the light and heat of the day at bay. (This can even lead to a reduction in energy costs!) Great for privacy, plantation shutters are often found in oversized windows in bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as those visible from the street. Plantation shutters are a great way to view the world – without the world viewing you.